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Can you give me some examples of a suborting conjunction?

Here are some examples of subordinating conjunctions, along with the types of clauses they introduce:

Time

* after: After the rain stopped, we went for a walk.

* before: Before you leave, please close the door.

* when: When I saw him, I was surprised.

* while: While I was cooking, the phone rang.

* since: Since you've been gone, I've missed you.

* until: I'll wait here until you come back.

* as soon as: As soon as I get home, I'm going to take a nap.

Cause and Effect

* because: I'm late because my car broke down.

* since: Since you're here, let's have some coffee.

* so that: I'll take an umbrella so that I don't get wet.

* in order that: I studied hard in order that I could get good grades.

* as: As she was walking, she tripped and fell.

Contrast

* although: Although it was raining, I still went for a walk.

* though: Though I was tired, I went to the party.

* even though: Even though it was cold, I enjoyed the hike.

* whereas: The cat likes to sleep, whereas the dog loves to play.

* while: While the dog likes to play fetch, the cat prefers to nap.

Condition

* if: If it rains tomorrow, we'll stay inside.

* unless: Unless you go to bed early, you'll be tired tomorrow.

* in case: Take an extra sweater in case it gets cold.

* provided that: I'll lend you my car, provided that you drive carefully.

* as long as: As long as you promise to be careful, you can borrow my bike.

Other

* that: I know that you're tired.

* whether: I don't know whether I should go or not.

* where: This is the place where I met my best friend.

* who: The woman who lives next door is a doctor.

* how: I don't know how to do that.

These are just some examples, and there are many other subordinating conjunctions. The best way to learn them is to read and write a lot, and to pay attention to how they are used in different contexts.

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